A team of Chinese scientists has transferred a gene crucial in human brain development into the genomes of monkeys in what is probably an ethically contentious endeavor. They assessed whether the changed monkeys performed better in cognitive tests than their control colleagues in subsequent experiments. The findings have been published in the journal National Science … [Read more...] about In a Contentious Study, Scientists Implanted a Human Brain Gene Into Monkeys
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Hundreds of Endangered Silverspot Caterpillars are Released Into The Wild by the Oregon Zoo.
As part of a conservation effort, the Oregon Zoo released hundreds of Oregon Silverspot caterpillars back into the wild. Until the zoo intervened to assist the species recover, this pollinating butterfly was on the verge of extinction. Hundreds of Oregon silverspot butterfly caterpillars were released with our partners yesterday in order to give these endangered … [Read more...] about Hundreds of Endangered Silverspot Caterpillars are Released Into The Wild by the Oregon Zoo.
A Woman Converts Her Home into a Hospice to Care For Over 250 Dogs at Once
Meet Helen Wirt, a remarkable woman who has devoted her life to protecting the lives of stray and abandoned dogs. Despite never having owned a dog throughout her first 50 years, she now cares for over 200 canines in need. When Baldwin arrived, everything changed. Helene Wirt's troubles began in 1997, when she lost her father and divorced her husband. But this was … [Read more...] about A Woman Converts Her Home into a Hospice to Care For Over 250 Dogs at Once
Dog Watches as a Neighbor Couple Transforms into a Family in Front of Her Eyes
Tubs has seen their relationship blossom ❤️ It's no secret that dogs offer delight to their owners in ways that few other things can — but a good dog's love and affection isn't necessarily confined to their family. Just ask Tubs, this friendly dog. Tubs is from Australia, and she spends most of her time in her front yard. That is, of course, where the action takes … [Read more...] about Dog Watches as a Neighbor Couple Transforms into a Family in Front of Her Eyes
When a Shelter Dog Sees The Family He Thought He’d Lost Forever, He Transforms Into a Puppy
"There wasn’t a dry eye in that lobby." Chase was the type of dog that the City of Denton Animal Shelter was concerned would never be adopted. In April, he was seen running loose with two other dogs, and an animal control officer was able to capture him. Chase's past remained a mystery without a chip or identifying collar. Had the pittie ever experienced family love? … [Read more...] about When a Shelter Dog Sees The Family He Thought He’d Lost Forever, He Transforms Into a Puppy